Zuni Café
1658 Market Street - Hayes Valley District
A quintessential San Francisco classic - famous for wood-fired brick oven roasted chicken with bread salad that takes 60 minutes from order to table. Nibble on shoestring fries with aioli and a dirty martini while you wait. The menu changes daily highlighting seasonal organic ingredients.
Tartine Manufactory
595 Alabama Street - Mission District
Bread, bread, bread - delicious pastries, rustic sandwiches and coffee in an elevated industrial setting. Be prepared to wait in line, first come first served and is a popular spot for locals and visitors.
Right next door is my favorite ceramics store - Heath Ceramics - beautiful handcrafted tableware and tile. They have the good heavy stuff!
Foreign Cinema
2534 Mission Street - Mission District
Award-winning California - Mediterranean cuisine in the heart of the Mission District serving impeccable brunch and dinner with excellent attention to detail on hospitality. Enjoy oysters and champagne to begin and dive into the herb fried chicken while watching a film in the outdoor space with a glass of wine.
Flour + Water
2401 Harrison St - Mission District
Award-winning California - Italian handcrafted pastas and wood-fired pizzas with a local daily menu. The beautiful casual rustic space feels elevated for a special dinner or a pop-in for a weeknight bite. Techniques convey traditional Italian with a modern California execution serves a creative and fresh experience.
Just a 2 minute walk over is their sister bar Trick Dog - one of my personal favorites. Stop by before and/or after for a craft cocktail or two!
a Mano
450 Hayes Valley Street - Hayes Valley District
Esperpento
3295 22nd Street - Mission District
Spanish cuisine with small bites tapas and seafood paella and vino in a casual vibrant atmosphere.
Le Marais Bistro & Crêperie
498 Sanchez Street - Castro District
Transport to the 3rd and 4th arrondissement in Paris with sweet and savory delights. Fresh baked croissants, fried egg sandwiches, crêpes and café au lait. Enjoy the sunny corner seating inside a bistro cafe or outside like Paris on the sidewalk or parklet. I recommend having a glass of champagne, or two!